Despicable Me Collection
The Despicable Me franchise centers on Gru, a super-villain (who later becomes a dad and superhero); his yellow-coloured Minions; and his three orphan girls, Margo, Edith and Agnes.
Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis
The Despicable Me Collection has evolved significantly over a span of 14 years, growing from a singular narrative into a complex cinematic universe. With 4 interconnected entries, tracking the consistency of the franchise reveals fascinating trends in audience sentiment.
The "Series" Benchmark: 6.9/10
The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 6.9. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," Despicable Me Collection has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with Despicable Me standing out as the peak cinematic achievement.
Continuity vs. Commercial Appeal
Our data indicates that while the "Release Order" is preferred for first-time viewers, the "Chronological Order" provides a much deeper understanding of the world-building within the Despicable Me Collection. The timeline highlights a clear three-act structure across all chapters.
Timeline & Watch Order
We recommend watching the Despicable Me Collection franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.
Despicable Me
Villainous Gru lives up to his reputation as a despicable, deplorable and downright unlikable guy when he hatches a plan to steal the moon from the sky. But he ...
Despicable Me 2
Gru is recruited by the Anti-Villain League to help deal with a powerful new super criminal....
Despicable Me 3
Gru and his wife Lucy must stop former '80s child star Balthazar Bratt from achieving world domination....
Despicable Me 4
Gru and Lucy and their girls—Margo, Edith and Agnes—welcome a new member to the Gru family, Gru Jr., who is intent on tormenting his dad. Gru also faces a new n...
Common Questions about Despicable Me Collection
How many movies are in the Despicable Me Collection?
There are currently 4 movies in the Despicable Me Collection, starting from Despicable Me to the latest release, Despicable Me 4.
What is the best order to watch the Despicable Me Collection?
The best way to watch the Despicable Me Collection is usually in release order: starting with Despicable Me and ending with Despicable Me 4. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.
Which is the highest-rated movie in the Despicable Me Collection?
According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for Despicable Me in this franchise.